Description
From Newbery Honorwinning author Kathryn Lasky comes a nonfiction picture book about the stars! Lasky tells the inspiring true story of astronomer Williamina Fleming, who helped lay the foundations for modern astronomy and overcame impossible odds as an immigrant and a woman.For stargazers and trailblazers everywhere.
Jane Addams 2022 Childrens Book Award Finalist
Both an intriguing introduction to astronomy and an involving tale of a strong woman who overcame adversity. Kirkus Reviews
A compelling story and a fine addition to STEM studies. School Library Journal
This picture book biography illuminates how [Williaminas] work chipped away at sexist barriers of the late 19th century. Publishers Weekly
Ever since Williamina Fleming was little she was curious, and her childhood fascination with light inspired her lifes work. Mina became an astronomer in a time when women were discouraged from even looking through telescopes. Yet Mina believed that the universe, with its billions of stars, was a riddleand she wanted to help solve it.
Mina ultimately helped to create a map of the universe that paved the way for astronomers. Newbery Honorwinning Kathryn Lasky shares her incredible true story.
Use this book to encourage conversation at home and the classroom about women and STEM.This is a captivating picture book that centers around women and empowerment, perfect for Women's History Month and to be shared alongside such powerful titles asHidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly andShe Persisted by Chelsea Clinton.
Kathryn Laskys nonfiction bookSugaring Timewas a Newbery Honor Book, and the books she authored in theDear AmericaandRoyal Diariesseries have soldover 3 millioncopies.JuliannaSwaney is the illustrator of the #1New York TimesbestsellingWe Are the Gardenersby Joanna Gaines.
Binding: Hardback